2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 203 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Kalos | Venga |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
